Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in females and is one of the leading causes of infertility. Budding Baby offers nutritional counseling that specifically addresses and helps reverse the symptoms of PCOS including weight management, insulin resistance, irregular periods, infertility, etc. Through nutritional and exercise counseling, you will be taking the specific steps necessary to improve your health, and depending on your goals, increase your chances of conception and ensure a healthy pregnancy.

Nutrition counseling for women with PCOS that are not considering pregnancy is important for various reasons. Above all, nutrition therapy will help you address symptoms of PCOS including:
     - weight management
     - insulin resistance
     - decreased energy level
     - food cravings, etc.

Nutritional counseling for women considering pregnancy or for those with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome that are already pregnant is particularly important due to the increased risk of health problems associated with PCOS. These health problems that can compromise long term wellness for both the mother and child during and after pregnancy.  Health problems associated with PCOS include:
     - gestational diabetes
     - pregnancy-induced high blood pressure
     - miscarriage
     - premature delivery
     - preeclampsia
     - macrosomia

All of these serious problems are evidence that it is important for you to address Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and make the lifestyle changes necessary to reverse the symptoms and prevent the associated health issues. Within 1 week of your initial nutritional consultation with Budding Baby, you will have all the tools necessary to make lifestyle changes addressing the particular symptoms of PCOS you are experiencing.

For additional reading about PCOS and finding a Dietitan to work with go to: Tips for Working with a Nutritionist for PCOS from the Polycysitc Ovarian Syndrome Association.

For more information on how you can reverse symptoms you are experiencing due to PCOS, email us at info@buddingbaby.com or call 704.999.0880 to schedule your appointment!